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City accepts letters of interest for City Council vacancy

The city of Madras is currently accepting "letters of interest" for a vacancy on the Madras City Council. A qualified candidate must be at least 18 years of age, a registered voter, and a resident of the city of Madras for a minimum of one year. This is a volunteer position and the hours involved can be long and demanding. The benefit of being on the Madras City Council is the ability to make a difference in the community today and far into the future. The individual that is selected to fill the position will be completing the term formerly held by Jon Young, who resigned. The term doesn't expire until Dec. 31, 2014. Interested individuals are being asked to submit their letters of interest to Karen J. Coleman, city recorder, at the Madras City Hall located at 71 S.E. D St. no later than 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 10. Call 541-475-2344 for more information.